Rouse Avenue Court Clears Ex-BJP MP Brijbhushan of Sexual Harassment Charges; Trial Involved 32 Witnesses..
The Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi has acquitted former BJP MP and former President of the Wrestling Federation of India, Brijbhushan Sharan Singh, in a sexual harassment case filed by six female wrestlers. The court delivered this verdict on Monday, August 3rd. The court also acquitted another accused, Vinod Tomar. The trial in this case, involving allegations of sexual harassment of female athletes, had been ongoing since 2023. The trial has lasted approximately 1,133 days, with the court hearing 127 times. This sexual harassment case began on January 18, 2023, when approximately 30 wrestlers, including Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik, and Bajrang Punia, staged a protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi against Brijbhushan Sharan Singh, the then President of the Wrestling Federation of India. These wrestlers leveled serious allegations of sexual harassment, stalking, and criminal intimidation against Singh. Later, on April 21, 2023, seven female wrestlers, including a minor, filed a complaint of sexual harassment against Brijbhushan Singh with the Delhi Police. Following this, the wrestlers approached the Supreme Court. The case was heard in the Supreme Court on May 4, 2023. Rouse Avenue Court framed several charges against Brijbhushan On June 7, a meeting was held between the wrestlers and the Union Sports Minister. On June 15, the Delhi Police filed a charge sheet against Brijbhushan Singh and Vinod Tomar, the then Assistant Secretary of the Wrestling Federation of India. In May 2024, the Rouse Avenue Court framed several charges against Brijbhushan Sharan Singh, including sexual harassment, outraging the modesty of a woman, and criminal intimidation, but Brijbhushan Sharan Singh refused to accept the charges. In May 2025, Additional Sessions Judge Gomti Manocha of the Patiala House Court accepted the Delhi Police’s closure report in the POCSO case. On May 25, 2026, the testimony of the final prosecution witness was completed. A total of 32 witnesses were examined, while the prosecution removed nine witnesses. The statements of both accused were recorded on June 8, 2026. Final arguments began on June 9, and concluded on July 2. Subsequently, on August 3, 2026, the court delivered its verdict, acquitting Brijbhushan Singh. Brijbhushan Sharan Singh, in his first reaction to the court’s decision, said that the court initially stated in its decision that Brijbhushan Sharan Singh and Vinod Tomar were acquitted. My reaction is that on the first day when my statement came, I had said that if a verdict was passed, I would voluntarily hang myself. Today, the court acquitted me, which is a matter of joy for me and my supporters. When Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh was asked about wrestler Vinesh Phogat, he said, “There’s no need to name anyone. Priyanka came to Jantar Mantar along with the wrestlers. The Aam Aadmi Party was arranging all the food and drinks. Was anyone left on the Left or Right? There were demands for my hanging. Now they should look within themselves.” After the court’s decision, wrestler Bajrang Punia said, “Today’s decision makes it clear that they have all the power, they have everything. They broke the witnesses. We are now trying to find the detailed court order. We don’t understand on what basis she was acquitted.”
PM Modi Forgives Student for Abusive Slogans Against Him and Late Mother; Girl Apologizes to Nation..
During the paper leak protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, abusive language was used against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. PM Modi released a video on social media on Saturday, August 1st. He expressed his forgiveness for the student who used abusive language during the protest. PM Modi stated that he and his late mother were abused during the protest. A video of the accused student has also surfaced in this matter. According to reports, the viral video shows the student claiming to be 15 years old, now pleading for forgiveness with folded hands. She claims she came to Connaught Place with friends to visit and joined the protest. She uttered abusive language under the influence of the crowd and in her excitement. The student also stated in the video that what she said was unpardonable and unforgivable. She stated that this was her first and last mistake, and that she apologizes to the nation and is deeply ashamed of her actions. She has realized the impact of her words and wants to apologize not only to the Prime Minister but to everyone across the country who was offended by them. The FIR reportedly lists her as 25 years old, but in the apology clip, she claims she’s only 15. She apologizes, saying she never intended to create such a controversy. Complaint was filed against the girl at a Noida police station The controversy began when a complaint was filed against the girl at a Noida police station on Wednesday for her comments about the Prime Minister. The Noida police registered a zero FIR and then transferred the complaint to the Parliament Street police station in New Delhi. The complainant stated that her comments had hurt the Prime Minister’s dignity and could vitiate the atmosphere and disrupt public peace. The student’s apology video surfaced just hours after Prime Minister Modi’s latest Instagram video, in which he appealed for restraint and forgiveness after abusive slogans were chanted against him during a student protest. In the message, he mentioned the recent events at Jantar Mantar, where some mischievous young men used language inappropriate for any civilized society and hurled filthy abuses. Responding to this, Prime Minister Modi stated that not only was he targeted, but his deceased mother was also treated very badly. Reflecting on the strong public reaction, Prime Minister Modi attributed this to childhood mistakes, noting that childhood offers the opportunity to correct those mistakes. Seeing the anger and resentment in society, he understood how deeply shocked people were by this student’s use of abusive language. He stated that the need of the hour is to embrace them and show them the right path. It is our duty to guide them; punishing them, dragging them to court, or harassing them in society will not change the situation. The Prime Minister clarified that he wishes to forgive them and hopes that society will accept their sentiments, stating that he has only one feeling in his heart.
Sonu Sood Slams Kangana Ranaut Over ‘Generation Gutter’ Remark: “It’s a Shame”
Following student protests over the NEET paper leak, BJP MP and actress Kangana Ranaut made controversial remarks about Gen-Z protesters. Bollywood actor Sonu Sood responded by calling the actress’s remarks shameful and criticizing her. This statement reportedly came after Kangana faced criticism online via social media regarding Gen-Z protesters at Jantar Mantar in Delhi and other locations. She described the protesters’ behavior and language as nauseating and labeled Gen-Z as “Generation Gutter.” During a press conference on Wednesday, July 29th, journalists asked Sonu Sood for his opinion on Kangana Ranaut’s statements. He stated that he hadn’t initially heard her comments, but emphasized that any professional’s standing is determined by public support. Sonu Sood said, “I haven’t heard her statement, but I believe that these young people are the ones who make you an actress and bring you to this level. As long as they are with you, you will be there. If they are not there, you know you will suffer. Therefore, we should take everyone along.” No matter what your profession is, whether you are an actor, a doctor, or anything else, as long as people are connected with you, your existence is valid in the world. When asked by a reporter about Kangana Ranaut’s “Generations of the Gutter” statement, Sonu Sood said, “What can I say? It’s a shame she said that. It’s not something you should say in a distorted way. It’s very important to speak thoughtfully, because the public is another form of God.” The controversy began when Kangana posted a video of a protest, in which she said, “I have never seen so many ugly things in one place in my life. Watching these reels of Gen-Z protests makes me nauseous, the way they talk and the kind of language they use.” I’ve never seen such a bizarre and ugly thing in every frame in my life. She also alleged that the protesters are taking advantage of the freedom they have been given and are promoting drug use while being financially dependent on their parents. She further said, “I call them Generation Gutter. Some of them have nothing to offer to the system, are not good at studies, and are so ugly and corrupt that they can’t even manage their homes.”
Uttarakhand Unemployed March to Secretariat, Stage Sit-in Over Delayed Job Recruitments..
Under the banner of the Uttarakhand Unemployed Association, a large number of unemployed people marched to the Secretariat on Tuesday, July 21st, to press their various demands. Police, already present on Subhash Road, barricaded the protesters before the Secretariat. Angered, the unemployed sat on a sit-in protest on the road and began a vigorous demonstration to press their demands. During this protest, they demanded the immediate release of AE and JEE recruitment notifications by the Uttarakhand Public Service Commission, the early commencement of the pending recruitment process, the release of 1,500 recruitment notifications for the Uttarakhand Police, and the immediate initiation of the recruitment process for 400 Uttarakhand women police constable posts. Government had promised to release 60,000 vacancies to the unemployed The unemployed initially gathered at the Parade Ground and then marched on foot towards the Secretariat, where they were stopped by the police. Ram Kandwal, State President of the Unemployed Association, stated that both the central and state governments are deceiving the youth. He stated that the government had promised to release 60,000 vacancies to the unemployed, but this promise has not yet been fulfilled. Kandwal stated that while youth from other states are being brought here and offered jobs, the youth of the state are struggling to find employment. Kandwal stated that if the government had issued a notification for recruitment, the unemployed would not have been forced to take to the streets and protest. The Unemployed Association also strongly condemned the lathi charge against youth in Delhi yesterday. The youth participating in the protest stated that they have been preparing for competitive exams for years, but the constant delays in recruitment and the lack of notifications have left their future uncertain. They stated that completing the recruitment process on time would not only provide employment to unemployed youth but also fill vacant positions in various government departments. The youth warned that if the government does not take a positive decision on their demands soon, the movement will expand further.
The Cockroach Janata Party’s protest continues for the 24th day, receiving support from several leaders and social organizations.
Students and youth are staging a continuous sit-in protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, demanding accountability for the paper leak, reforms to the examination system, and the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The Cockroach Janata Party’s protest continued for the 24th day on Monday, June 13th. Meanwhile, the protest continues to receive support from political leaders, academics, and social organizations across the country. Social activist Sonam Wangchuk’s indefinite hunger strike in support of the protest has entered its 16th day. CJP and movement founder Abhijeet Dipke said the government should not let this issue become a battle of egos, as the future of students and lives are at stake. He said admitting mistakes is not a sign of weakness but a sign of maturity, accountability, and a willingness to reform the system. Deepak said that the protest is demanding accountability for the repeated irregularities in the examination system and justice for the students. President of Bhim Army Delhi, reached the protest site Furthermore, former Kerala Health Minister K.K. Shailaja, former Finance Minister and current MLA K.N. Bala Gopal, and former Law and Industry Minister P. Rajeev reached Jantar Mantar, where all three leaders met with the students and expressed concern over paper leaks and the persistent irregularities in the examination system. The leaders stated that ensuring fair, transparent, and trustworthy examination systems is essential to secure the future of the country’s youth. Samajwadi Party MP Pushpendra Saroj also reached the protest site and supported the students’ demands. He said that hard-working students should be treated fairly and transparency should be ensured in the examination system. Aam Aadmi Party MLA Sanjeev Jha also reached Jantar Mantar and met with the protesters and expressed his support for the movement. Himanshu, President of Bhim Army Delhi, also reached the protest site and expressed support for the students’ protest on behalf of the Azad Samaj Party. Along with this, social activist Lawrence Jyoti Gogoi also joined the protest and said that the future of lakhs of youth is being affected due to repeated examination related irregularities and those responsible for this should be held accountable.
Takaichi in Delhi: Japan and India Vow to Deepen Strategic Ties and Boost Economic Security
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi arrived in India on Wednesday for a three-day visit from July 1 to 3. This is her first visit to India since becoming Prime Minister. During this visit, she will participate in the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit and hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The two sides will also review and strengthen the scope of mutual cooperation, and exchange views on regional and global issues of mutual benefit. The Japanese Prime Minister was given a grand welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Thursday, June 2, and received a guard of honor. Japan-India strategic partnership in light Takaichi told reporters in Tokyo on Wednesday, “Through this visit, I hope to advance concrete cooperation with Prime Minister Modi in three key areas: deepening the Japan-India strategic partnership in light of the current international situation, promoting cooperation in economic security, and strengthening cooperation between the businesses of our two countries in investment and innovation.” The Japan-India Join Economic Forum will be held on the occasion of this visit, in which representatives of more than 150 Japanese companies and business organizations will participate. He said that by working together with the private sector, I hope that the scope of Japan-India cooperation will expand and a stronger economy will emerge. Takaichi said that India and Japan have the responsibility of maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. He said that he is looking forward to discussing with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on efforts to realize a free and open Indo-Pacific. India, along with Japan, is one of the leading democracies in Asia and shares the responsibility of maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
Fire Breaks Out at Education Ministry Office in Delhi’s ITO Area, Building Evacuated; No Casualties Reported
An incident involving a fire at the Ministry of Education’s office, located within the campus of the School of Planning and Architecture (SPA) in Delhi’s ITO area, was reported on Monday. The fire broke out on the second floor of the Ministry’s office, where several administrative and policy-related branches operate. Following the incident, a commotion ensued in the area, and the office building was evacuated as a precautionary measure. The Delhi Fire Service received a report regarding the fire at approximately 9:37 AM. Upon receiving the information, eight fire tenders were dispatched to the scene, and operations to bring the fire under control were initiated. According to officials, no casualties have been reported so far. This incident occurs at a time when the Ministry of Education is actively addressing various administrative and legal issues related to the high-profile NEET paper leak case of previous years. However, officials have clarified that no link between the fire and the NEET case has been confirmed thus far. According to preliminary information, an investigation has been launched to ascertain the cause of the fire. Authorities are also assessing whether any critical documents, records, or digital assets have sustained damage. Currently, the fire department and relevant agencies are working to bring the situation completely under control and to assess the extent of the damage. Officials have stated that detailed information regarding the actual cause of the fire and the resulting damage will only become available once the investigation has been concluded.
Petrol and diesel prices rise again across the country, with prices rising by more than ₹2.50…
Petrol and diesel prices have risen again across the country. Petrol and diesel prices have risen by more than ₹2.50, doubling the burden of inflation on the general public. Petroleum companies have increased petrol and diesel prices for the fourth time in 10 days. This began on May 15th, when petrol prices were increased by ₹3. Additionally, on May 25th, petrol prices were increased by more than ₹2.50. Due to the rise in international crude oil prices and escalating tensions in the Middle East, oil marketing companies are continuously increasing fuel prices. Following this new increase, petrol prices in the national capital, Delhi, have reached ₹102.12 per liter and diesel ₹95.20 per liter. In Mumbai, petrol has risen ₹111.21 per liter and diesel ₹97.83 per liter. In Chennai, the price of petrol has increased to ₹107.77 per liter and diesel to ₹99.55 per liter. Following the increase in petrol and diesel prices, new fuel prices have now been implemented in Uttarakhand as well. In Dehradun, petrol prices have reached ₹100.50 per liter and diesel ₹95.90 per liter. Even in hilly districts like Bageshwar, Chamoli, Tehri, and Uttarkashi, petrol prices have crossed the ₹100 per liter mark. The continuous increase in diesel and petrol prices is directly impacting transportation and logistics. The rising prices have also increased the concerns of the common people, leading to the rise in prices of daily necessities, vegetables, and other consumer goods.
Haryana to Delhi CM Office: Rekha Gupta’s Remarkable Political Journey
Rekha Gupta is currently the Chief Minister of Delhi and the MLA from Shalimar Bagh in the Delhi Legislative Assembly. On February 20, 2025, Rekha Gupta was sworn in as the fourth woman and ninth Chief Minister of the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi. This makes her the 18th woman Chief Minister in India. Rekha Gupta was born on July 19, 1974, in Julana, Jind district, Haryana. Her father, Mr. Jai Bhagwan Jindal, worked as a branch manager at the State Bank of India, while her mother, Mrs. Urmila Jindal, was a homemaker. When Rekha Gupta was just two years old, her family settled in the Pitampura area of Delhi. It was there that she received her primary and higher education. Referring to her political career, Rekha Gupta studied Bachelor of Commerce from Daulat Ram College, Delhi University. During this time, she joined the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad, the student wing of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. While active in student politics, she was elected to the post of Secretary of Daulat Ram College. She then won the Delhi University Students’ Union election in 1996-97 and became its president. In 2007, she won the Municipal Corporation election from North Pitampura (Ward 54) and became a councilor. In 2009, she served as the General Secretary of the Delhi BJP Mahila Morcha. Given her dedication and work ethic, she was appointed a member of the party’s National Executive. Rekha Gupta then won the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections on a BJP ticket from the Shalimar Bagh seat, winning a landslide victory and becoming a legislator for the first time. She defeated the Aam Aadmi Party and Congress candidates in this election and was sworn in as the 9th Chief Minister of Delhi. Her journey from the Delhi University Students’ Union to the position of Chief Minister of Delhi has been inspiring.